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THIS SEAL 
OF QUALITY 
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ROOFING 
TILE 


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UNION TILE Works, INC. 
CHESTNUT STREET AND RAHWAY VALLEY R. R. 
UNION, NEW JERSEY 
UNION COUNTY 


AMBI SPANISH ROOFING TILE—VARIEGATED ROUGH FINISH 


‘Tue architect uses AMBI Roofing Tile as 
a consistent part of his design, knowing that 
he is specitying beauty and harmonious 
relationship in his roof, as well as economy 
and durability. 


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FOREWORD 


MBI Roofing Tile is the result of many years of 
painstaking effort to produce an ideal roofing ma- 
\ terial which would give entire satisfaction to the 
One mh. architect, contractor, and home builder. It is the 
answer to the growing demand for a moderately priced perfect 
roofing tile. 

Time is the test of real worth. AMBI Roofing Tile long 
ago passed the trial and experimental period which ended 
when perfection was reached, with resultant universal popu- 
larity. AMBI Roofing Tile is the architect’s finishing touch, 
as it assures a range of beauty obtainable with no other roofing 
material. 

This catalog contains descriptions and specifications of 
the various types of AMBI Roofing Tile and methods of 
applying it. AMBI engineers and chemists have produced a 
scientifically designed product of sufficient strength without 
excessive weight, to which the various colors are applied in 
a manner whereby they become a permanent and integral part 
of the tile. 

AMBI Roofing Tile enhances the charm of any home or 
building, but aside from its artistic merit, its durability makes 
it the logical choice for the roof. 

The organization behind AMBI Roofing Tile is made up 
ot highly trained and efficient men, experts in their respective 
lines. The same fair and broad policy which has made the 
word **“AMBI” synonymous with highly developed products 
throughout the world is maintained. 


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OF 
QUALITY 


VARIEGATED AMBI ROOFING TILE, HARMONIZING WITH THE SURROUNDINGS 


AMBI ROOFING TILE HAS WITHSTOOD THE 
TEST OF MANY YEARS 


ONCRETE roofing tile originated and was first used in Europe about eighty 

years ago. In the northern part of Germany the first and rather crude machines 
were used, and although the tiles at that time were much inferior to the present 
day product, those that still remain are evidence of the durability of concrete, which 
hardens with age. Through the importation of modern machines concrete roofing 
tiles have come into very general favor in this country. 

AMBI Roofing Tile is made of concrete and has been used for over twenty- 
five years on hundreds of thousands of houses in countries where the most exact- 
ing requirements for building and roofing material are enforced. A great deal of 
study has been devoted to its design and methods of laying it. Strength, beauty, 
durability and easy method of application are the results. This means that the pur- 
chaser of AMBI Roofing Tile obtains greater material value with less labor cost 
than can be had with any other type of roofing material. 

The registered trade mark “*AMBI”’, which is emblematic of high grade products 
throughout the world, is applied to each AMBI Roofing Tile produced at our 
factories. Only the best and most reliable colors are used in manufacturing AMBI 
Roofing Tile. We are thoroughly experienced in this work and specially select and 
mix colors so that they will permanently withstand the attacks of the most severe 
climatic conditions. 


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THE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF THE HOME IS 
THE ROOF 


HE roof is the most prominent factor in building construction. ‘he materials 
selected for it should form a protection against fire and uncertain weather con- 
ditions. Furthermore, the material should be attractive and of such nature as will 
eliminate the necessity for repairs or replacements. The cost should be commen- 
surate with the average type of construction. Therefore, the selection of roofing 
material is of vital importance to the prospective home owner, architect or builder. 
The building departments of the principal cities and towns throughout the 
United States are prohibiting the use of inflammable roofing materials, realizing 
that they are generally responsible for the rapid spread of many disastrous fires. 
Wood shingles are not fire-proof and being non-insulating are but slight pro- 
tection against climatic conditions. They also require frequent repairs and replace- 
ments; authorities state that asphalt and most composition roofing materials dry 
out and become inflammable in a comparatively short time; tin needs painting at 
regular intervals otherwise it will rust; slate is a laminated material which will split 
easily, especially when disintegration sets in; the quality of clay tile is uncertain 
owing to the methods of manufacturing it. Apparently first class clay tiles have col- 
lapsed after being on the roof several months. 


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THE SEAL 
OF 
QUALITY 


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SPECIFICATIONS OF AMBI ROOFING TILE 


AMBI 
DOUBLE 
INTERLOCKING 


AMBI 
SPANISH 


AMBI 
FRENCH 


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QUALITY 


AMBI 
FRENCH * 


AMBI 
SPANISH 


ACH style of AMBI Roofing Tile can be obtained in any of the colors shown above, also in 
many other plain or variegated colors with smooth or rough surface. 


AMBI—Spanisu AMBI —Dovste InTERLOCKING 
DIZenloieg. xl G SIZCe lO maxing ) 
Exposure about 1314” x 734” Exposure about 12” x 814” 
Pieces per square 140 Pieces per square 140 
Weight per square 770 lbs. Weight per square 840 lbs. 
Spacing of cleats about 1314” from Spacing of cleats about 12” from 
center to center center to center 


AMBI—Frencu 
pized jy, fax, 0% 
Exposure about 13” x 774” 
Pieces per square 140 
Weight per square 735 lbs. 


Spacing of cleats about 13” from 
center to center 


“AMBI Roofing Tile, a Combination of Beauty and Utility” 


*French type Wirn Heap Lock (weather strip) ts generally used for open construction only 


Page Eight 


AMBI SPECIAL FORMS 


s THREE WAY TERMINAL 


RIDGE ROLL 
HIP ROLL 


FOR HIP ROOF 


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OF 
QUALITY 


THREE WAY STARTER 


RIDGE ROLL 


HIP ROLL RIDGE FINISHER 
RIDGE STARTER 


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SPANISH DOUBLE 


RIGHT GABLE RAKES 


FOR GABLE ROOF 


INTERLOCKING 
FRENCH 


FRENCH HALF TILE DOUBLE INTERLOCKING 
HALF TILE 


FOUR WAY FINIAL 


DOUBLE INTERLOCKING FRENCH 


LEFT GABLE RAKES 


SPANISH EAVE CLOSURE 


SPANISH 


HIP STARTE 
SPANISH RIDGE CLOSURE ei toe 


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THE SEAL 
OF 
QUALITY 


OUTSTANDING FEATURES OF 
AMBI ROOFING TILE 


Absolute protection against elements of weather and of fire. 
Permanence. 
Beautifully and artistically colored. 


Variety of color combinations: plain, variegated, mottled; with 
smooth or rough surface. 


Lowest fire insurance rates. 


Keeps the house cool in summer and warm in winter (owing to 
insulating air space under the tile). 


Enhances the appearance and value of the home. 
Eliminates leakage. 

Easy to apply. 

Ideal for re-roofing. 


No repair or replacement costs. 


The rapidly increasing demand for more substantial home construction, espe- 
cially of the masonry type, has made it necessary to have a roofing material of 
corresponding design and durability. 

AMBI Roofing Tile requires no stronger roof construction than that ordinarily 
used for other roofing material, or as specified in the building codes of various dis- 
tricts throughout the United States. 2” x 6” rafters spaced 18” to 20” on center are 
sufficient support. For re-roofing jobs, AMBI Roofing Tile can be laid over old 
shingle or composition roofs. 

If desired, AMBI Roofing Tile can be laid on open construction (without 
sheathing or roofing felt). In such cases cleats are laid horizontally over rafters. 
For open construction horizontal joints of tiles should be well pointed underneath 
with Portland cement. This method is often used for farm buildings, garages, 
summer houses, etc. 


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METHOD OF LAYING AMBI ROOFING TILE 


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QUALITY 


The roof to be covered with horizontal layers of good quality felt, lapping about 21%” horizontally and about 
6’) with galvanized or 


4” vertically at joints, to be nailed through vertical weeper strips (common lath 114” x 3 


copper nails. 
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Horizontal cleats 114” x 74” to be nailed to roof, spaced 1134” to 13/4” according to type of tile. Lowest cleat 
at eave to be 3” to 4” high. Ridge stringers about 4” x 1” and hip stringers about 3” x 1” to be built up. Furring 


strips about 114” x 74” or 2” x 1” to be nailed vertically at gables. 


Tiles are hoisted to the roof, stacked and then hung on the cleats, starting at the eave (right hand side). Ridge 
and hip rolls, right and left gable rakes to be nailed. Tiles at hips and valleys are either supplied ready cut or to 


be cut on the job. 
AMBI ROOFING TILE CAN ALSO BE FURNISHED WITH NAIL HOLES IN ADDITION TO THE HOOKS 


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QUALITY 


AMBI SPANISH ROOFING TILE AMBI FRENCH ROOFING TILE 
DETAIL DRAWING NO. 1 DETAIL DRAWING NO. 3 


HIP ROOF GAMBREL ROOF GABLE AND HIP ROOF 


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QUALITY 


AMBI DOUBLE INTERLOCKING ROOFING TILE AMBI SPECIAL FORMS 
DETAIL DRAWING NO. 4 DETAIL DRAWING NO. 6 


HIP ROOF DOUBLE GABLE ROOF GAMBREL ROOF WITH DORMERS 


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RIDGE STRINGER 


WEEPER STRIP Ss 
ROOFING FELT EZ 
SOLID SHEATHING 4 


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QUALITY 


THIS PICTURE SHOWS THE SIMPLICITY OF APPLYING AMBI ROOFING TILE 


FOUR WAY FINIA HIP ROLL 


RIDGE ROL THREE WAY STARTER 


THREE WAY TERMINAL SPANISH RIDGE CLOSURE 


RIDGE STARTER LEFT GABLE RAKE 


RIGHT GABLE RAKE HiPeR © rE 


SPANISH EAVE CLOSURE HIP STARTER 
RIDGE FINISHER RIDGE STARTER 


LEFT GABLE RAKE RIGHT GABLE RAKE 


DIAGRAM FOR APPLYING AMBI SPECIAL FORMS 


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THIS yellow seal, bearing the trade mark 
“AMBI”’, is applied to each AMBI Roof- 
ing Tile and is an assurance of quality 


backed by twenty-five years of experience. 


PROMPT DELIVERIES 


AVERY LIBRAg 


SUPERIOR SPANISH 
ROOFING TILE 


ts 


UNION TILE WoRKS, INC. 


CHESTNUT STREET and RAHWAY VALLEY R. R. 
Union, N. J. 


Union County 
UNIONVILLE 2 -927-3 
Phone ‘Cranford LLS58e9 


AMBI Superior 
Spanish Roofing 
Tile are fastened 
directly to roof 
sheathing through 
the roofing felt 
with two 1%” 
copper nails for 


each piece. 


ROUGH TEXTURE 


AMBI 
SUPERIOR SPANISH 


ROO@EINGRELEE 


Sizer 1071 5845 
Exposure about 8” x 1314” 
Pieces per square 140 
Weight per square 750 Ibs. 


AMBI Superior Spanish 
Roofing Tile is regularly 
furnished in red and green 
colors. Other colors as well 
as rough and variegated sur- 
face finishes which resemble 
antique tile in texture are 
also furnished. 


Apply to all hips 
and ridges 1” 
wood stringers of 
proper height to 
carry Hip and 
Ridge Rolls. Also 
Wx 2a strips 
where End Bands 


are used. 


ROUGH TEXTURE 


AMBI SPECIAL FORMS 


FOR HIP ROOF 
THREE WAY TERMINAL 
RIDGE ROLL 
HIP ROLL 


THREE WAY STARTER 


RIDGE ROLL RIDGE FINISHER 
HIP ROLL 
STARTER 


RIDGE 


FOR GABLE ROOF 


AS LEFT GABLE RAKE RIGH'T GABLE RAKE 


FOUR WAY FINIAL : ; 
AMBI Superior Spanish 
Roofing Tile is an addition 


to the attractive line shown 
in the AMBI general catalog 
which describes the other 
styles of AMBI Roofing Tile 


and Fittings. 


END BAND 


EAVE CLOSURE RIDGE CLOSURE 


HIP STARTER 


AMBI TILE ROOF 


Owner: Eber F. Foster, Builder, Elizabeth, N. J. 


UNTONe Ite Works, Ince 
CHESTNUT STREET and RAHWAY VALLEY R. R. 
inion Na]: 


Union County 


AMBI TILE ROOF 


Owner: Edw. R. Huddy, Trenton, N. J. 


Please insert this folder in the AMBI general catalog which will be sent upon request if youdo not have a copy in your files. 


